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- Spiritual Depletion and Emotional Eating--Part I - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2011 from Julie SimonJust as a wholesome meal nourishes our body, spirituality nourishes our soul. The spiritual component of well-being involves a search for meaning, serenity and joy that goes beyond our day-to-day concerns. You may be sensing that some deeper longing or hunger within you is fueling your ...
Views: 1957(2 votes) - Sugar Free Anxiety Foods - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Popa WoolseyLatest discoveries for sugar free anxiety foods low fat recipes and diets loaded with nutrition over 100 sugar free recipes.Today's modern diets are filled with processed foods, saturated fats, sodium, and simple carbohydrates. While these foods might be convenient they also contain toxins ...
Views: 1956 - 3-Minute Swiss Chard - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from George MateljanSwiss chard is one of our most nutrient-rich foods and one that is so easy to prepare. It is a great complement to almost any meal. Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 lb Swiss chard, chopped • 1 medium clove Chopped Garlic • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice • 3 TBS ...
Views: 1955(2 votes) - Losing Weight by Drinking Water: 7-Ways Water Helps You Lose Weight Just by Drinking It - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Pete KoernerEveryone knows that a human cannot live without water; but is water a miracle drug? Many health care professionals would say that it is. Dr. Masaru Emoto, author of The Messages From Water series of books, would certainly support the age-old practices of priests in many religions of imparting ...
Views: 1955(2 votes) - Emotional Eating Help: Finding Things to do INSTEAD of Eating - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Melissa McCreeryIf you struggle with emotional eating: stress eating, boredom eating, comfort eating, frustration eating, or any type of eating designed to help you cope with or avoid your feelings, you know that it can be a difficult habit to break. It’s one thing to identify that you struggle with emotional ...
Views: 1954(1 vote) - How to Hypnotize Yourself to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from Crystal Dwyer HansenWhile people want to get results as fast as possible and usually are disappointed when their efforts do not show any noticeable results; losing weight continues to be a challenge for many people. Do not feed into any fad diet programs that have become viral on the Internet, many of which promise ...
Views: 1954 - What is the definition of Free Radicals And Antioxidants? - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2009 from Deb BixlerWhat Are Free Radicals? A persons body makes free radicals during ordinary everyday actions. Eating, walking, running, breathing, toxins processed diets, chemicals in our meals and all natural activities contribute to free radical manufacture in our body. A free radical is a molecule in ...
Views: 1954(1 vote) - How to Overcome External Barriers to Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2007 from Cindy .HolbrookDiscover how to overcome External Barriers to Weight Loss What is an external barrier? An external barrier is an outside influence that prevents us from achieving our goal. Do you know which external barrier that people say is the number one reason they can’t lose weight? If you said “Time”, ...
Views: 1953(2 votes) - Healing Your Hungry Heart: recovering from your eating disorder; excerpt from Chapter 4: how do I begin recovery? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Joanna PoppinkHow Do I Begin Recovery? “What will open the door is daily awareness and attention.” --Krishnamurti ……Was this my starting point? I certainly thought so. But I had already chosen these people to be in my life. I created the opportunity for those events to happen long before I knew ...
Views: 1952(1 vote) - Asthma and Eczema in kids linked to eating fast food - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2019 from Merlyn SeeleyDo you have a child that is asthmatic or that suffers from eczema? Might be what you are feeding him or her! According to Yahoo! Shine, in an article posted on 1-14-13, the results of a recent study has confirmed that the more your kids are fed fast food the more they are susceptible too dealing ...
Views: 1951 - Can You Lose Weight Fast And Still Remain Healthy? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Keith GarrowWhen you lose weight too fast you can actually become ill if you are not careful. Just as importantly, though, you may also gain back all the weight you lost within a very short space of time. It is not safe or reliable to shed weight too quickly, particularly if you are using a gimmicky fad ...
Views: 1951(2 votes) - 10 Ways to Start LOVING Fitness - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Christine Jefferson1. Sign up and Run on. There are countless local walks, runs, marathons, etc. that benefit a charitable cause and give you a reason to train. With that specific date in mind, you have something specific to work towards, which will motivate you to get to the gym or jog outside. 2. Drag a ...
Views: 1948(2 votes) - EATING DISORDERS - STILL A MYSTERY - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2024 from Marty LernerLet’s begin this article with an important “disclaimer” – namely no one has a definitive answer as to what causes an eating disorder and, more importantly, one definitive approach to treatment that offers a cure or is “superior” to another. Although I tend to subscribe to the belief a blend of ...
Views: 1947(3 votes) - Weight Loss With Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide 6 - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2012 from Russell ForemanGrowth Hormone Releasing Peptide 6 (known normally as the acronym GHRP-6) is a peptide composed of 28 amino acids that normally informs the body to begin releasing GH, or growth hormone. Growth Hormone is a hormone in the human body that creates a number of beneficial effects, including but not ...
Views: 1947 - Paleo Bread Recipes Wheat Flour Free Bread - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2011 from Gail ColeEnjoy Paleo Bread Recipes that are gluten, dairy and soy free. Article has Paleo friendly wheat flour alternatives and dairy alternative foods. Strawberry Sweet Bread Recipe Bon Appetite.Bread is not the center piece of a meal but the absence of bread can leave a void. History suggests primal ...
Views: 1945(1 vote) - Are You Making Healthy Food Unhealthy and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * Are You Making Healthy Food Unhealthy? * Unfortunately, many people who think they are preparing their food healthily unwittingly make healthy food unhealthy. Go here for the complete news story: ...
Views: 1943(1 vote) - Going Organic, Is It Worth The Bother - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2013 from Richard ClarkeMy parents told me, once upon a time all food was naturally organic, then “they” (the 'evil' food companies) started using pesticides and preservatives and they said “you can eat fruit all year round” and “this stuff is better because it lasts longer”, and charged us more for it. Now they ...
Views: 1943(2 votes) - How to Lose Belly Fat Through Diet - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from Glenn PrescotIf you want to lose belly fat, you will need to put in the required physical activity as well as change your diet. Unfortunately, there is no way to spot-reduce fat on your body. If you want to lose belly fat, you need to burn calories and lose fat throughout your entire body. However, if you ...
Views: 1943(2 votes) - 5-Minute Healthy Sautéed Summer Squash - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2012 from George MateljanThis easy-to-prepare summer squash recipe is not only delicious but provides you with 33% of your Daily Value (DV) for vitamin C. Enjoy! Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch slices • 3 TBS low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth ...
Views: 1942(3 votes) - Weight Loss Miracle - Hypnosis CDs Plus The Best Life Diet - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from Alan B. DenskyThe Best Life Diet plan is a well-known lifestyle weight loss plan. It is famously known as one of the ways to lose weight favored by Oprah Winfrey. Dedicated followers of this plan can expect steady weight loss and better health over time. It is fairly simple to follow, with only three stages, ...
Views: 1942 - Easy Ways To Begin Losing Love Handles - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Andre SimonWe all know what love handles are. Love handles are what you call those hard to lose fats on both sides of the tummy area which bulges when you wear tight clothes. It is women who are very particular about how they lose love handles since having them makes it impossible and horribly embarrassing ...
Views: 1941 - The Lunch Box Diet REVIEW - Simplest Way to Healthy Weight Loss - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from Florencia CintrónEvery man or woman aspires to have an idyllic obesity to stay the pink of health always. Losing weight is not easy and people tend to go to any extreme to get that desirable body. Nevertheless losing weight is not as simple united thinks. It needs a whole lot of motivation, dedication and hard ...
Views: 1940 - 4 Ayurvedic Tips for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2011 from Ram GuptaA lot of people dealing with the pressures of urban living, struggle to successfully incorporate weight loss goals into their lives. Stress, irregular eating, poor sleep and lack of exercise are all factors that throw your body functions and systems completely out of balance and lead to several ...
Views: 1939 - Problems & Solutions for Exercised Induced Skin Irritations - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Wendy StollWe all know exercise has a long list of health benefits, but moisture and friction can cause issues that might disrupt your workouts. Here are some common skin ailments that can occur during exercise and some possible solutions. Blisters Our hands and feet can take a beating during workouts. ...
Views: 1939(1 vote) - Choose healthy foods for fast and effective weight loss - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Michelle LutzHealthy eating should be a normal activity for each person every day, but this may be difficult to do on a regular basis. In order to eat healthy you need to make the right food choices, what you eat directly affects your body.Making good food choices are essential for quick results in effective ...
Views: 1938(8 votes) - Diet Tug-O-War - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Jen PicicciHow many times have you gone on a diet? Is it too many times to count? Do you start a diet only to “fail” a day or week later, because you went back to eating things you actually liked? I will eventually blog more extensively on this topic, but for today I thought I’d start with a ...
Views: 1938(2 votes) - Does Weight Loss Hypnosis Work? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Jane Maati SmithYes, and no.... weight loss hypnosis, or self hypnosis for weight loss, will only work if: #1 the hypnotic script contains suggestions to the user for a proper, healthy diet and calorie reduction, #2 the hypnotic script encourages the user to excercise more, and #3 the user actually acts upon ...
Views: 1937(1 vote) - *** The Best Diet is NO Diet at All - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosAs a nutritionist, the most common question I get daily is “What is the Best Diet to follow?” My answer is always the same and one that shocks many people. “The best diet to follow is to follow NO diet at all.” How could any nutritionist wanting to promote health tell you not to follow a ...
Views: 1935(3 votes) - Foods To Avoid If You Want A Six Pack - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanAnything containing sugar needs to be avoided, it is highly addictive and highly detrimental to health and fat loss goals. It is important to teach yourself to become a sugar detective by knowing how to read food labels. Some foods will have half a dozen different types of sugar in the ...
Views: 1932 - 5 Foods That Can Save Your Life and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * 5 Foods That Can Save Your Life * Over the years scientists and nutritionists have studied the foods that are good for the heart, and some of these might come as a surprise. Go here for the complete news story: ...
Views: 1929(2 votes) - Break Free From Emotional Eating! - by Submitted on May 26, 2012 from Laurel InmanBreaking free from emotional eating is more attainable than most of us first believe. I once walked out of a therapist's office, never to return after I asked him, "Is it really possible to heal this?" He said, "Yes, Laurel, it is possible." I didn't believe him and turned my back on getting ...
Views: 1928(1 vote) - How to build a big chest - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Kevin ChonyuiIt’s obvious that every man’s dream is to impress the ladies, Or take on that bully at the beach who kicks sand in your face? You may be able to do these things if you build a big chest. Whether you seek to become a professional bodybuilder or simply improve your physique, nothing is as ...
Views: 1928 - Minted Carrots with Pumpkin Seeds - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2012 from George MateljanThis is a delightfully easy and refreshing way to serve carrots that complements many dishes. The pumpkin seeds add extra nutrition and great texture. Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 6 Ingredients: • 6 medium-sized carrots peeled and cut in turned pieces • 1/2 TBS fresh ...
Views: 1927(2 votes) - Wheat-Free Diet to Manage Wheat Intolerance - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Isabel De Los RiosEliminating wheat out of your eating plan is not about losing weight, it’s about feeling your best. If you suffer with the uncomfortable symptoms of wheat intolerance, there’s no way you feel as healthy as you should. If you want to know how much better a wheat-free diet can make you feel, give ...
Views: 1927 - 3 Reasons Why You're Overweight - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Hara TaicherUnless there is some genetic reason why you're overweight, there are many contributing factors to this problem. Eating the wrong foods, daily stress and being exposed to toxins in the environment rank high on the list. Eating the wrong foods refers to the impact that food has on the body. ...
Views: 1925(3 votes) - Are You Truly Hungry, Or Do You Just Want to Eat? - by Submitted on May 27, 2010 from James HallmarkBack when I used to work in one of the largest supplement retailers in the world, I used to get all kinds of people who would come in for appetite suppressants. Usually, it was the ladies who would come in for them, but there were plenty of men who would wish to take them as well. "I don't ...
Views: 1925(3 votes) - More Top Ten Healthiest Foods to Eat Now - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaMy Problem with Top Ten Food Lists – Part 2 By Suzanne W. Dixon, MPH, MS, RD Last week we brought you the first five foods on our Top Ten Healthiest Foods to Eat Now list. We also detailed why most top ten food lists fall short. A quick review of several top ten healthy food lists shows ...
Views: 1925(1 vote) - Summer's Top 5 Hotspots for Germs and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * Picnics, Pools, Public Bathrooms: Summer's Germy Hotspots * The germs of summer are out in full force, hiding in picnic food, pools and public bathrooms. Go here for the complete news story: ...
Views: 1925(1 vote) - Why lowfat diets make you grumpy and negative - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Jentana DabbsEver wonder why you or those around you get grumpy while dieting? Besides feeling hungry and deprived, getting too little healthy fat may contribute to low serotonin in your brain. The Study A study comparing a 41 percent fat diet with a 25 percent fat diet found that subjects moods ...
Views: 1924 - Diet Delivery Programs - Do They Really Work? Tips To Help You Choose - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Kathryn O'NeillSearching for diet delivery programs? Wondering just how they work? Or are you wondering if they actually DO, in fact, work? Diet Delivery services are rapidly expanding across North America. Many people are realizing that having their meals prepared for them is both an easy and affordable ...
Views: 1923(2 votes) - Prevent Cancer, Lose Weight by Cutting Fats - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from John PhillipThere’s now yet another compelling reason to lose weight and cut consumption of unhealthy Omega-6 fats from vegetable sources. Research released from the Institute of Food Technologists indicates that as many as 1 in 3 cancer deaths could be prevented by reducing consumption of corn and ...
Views: 1923(2 votes) - Pros and cons of safflower oil - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2018 from Jessica WillsonYou need to understand that by consuming safflower oil, you would be able to reduce the harmful cholesterol in your body. This is one of the main reasons why safflower oil has become so famous. Pros: 1. Polyunsaturated fat: If you look at the composition of safflower oil, you would find ...
Views: 1922(2 votes) - Are you truly motivated to end your emotional eating? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2011 from Julie SimonOf course you want to end your emotional eating. Yesterday, thank you. And while you feel motivated to give it the boot, somehow, somewhere you lose hold of your motivation most days and find yourself grabbing those cookies or that bag of chips or going for seconds. Perhaps you’ve convinced ...
Views: 1920(1 vote) - How to Turn Binge Eating into Healthy Eating? - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2010 from Dr. Irina WebsterIf you want to turn your binge eating habit into a healthy eating habit, first of all you must BELIEVE that you can do it. This is the first and most important step on the road to recovery from binge eating. Put it this way: if you believe you can eat healthy without overeating – that means ...
Views: 1915(3 votes) - 9 year old girl loses 66 pounds using natural ways - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2019 from Merlyn SeeleyAccording to ABC News, in an article dated December 10th 2012, a child age 9 whom the news site referred to as Breanna Bond just lost 66lbs down from a weight of 186lbs the natural way! 186lbs at age 9 is an enormous weight. Breanna told ABC news reporters that it had gotten hard for her to even ...
Views: 1914 - My Chocolate Chip Cookie Diet: or, How to Lose Weight Without Deprivation - by First, let me tell you a little of my story. I am a behavioral therapist and I have lost a hundred pounds using the methods that I will describe. And I did it while being able to eat my husband's fabulous chocolate chip cookies (he's the one who labeled this a chocolate chip cookie diet). The ...
Views: 1914 - Is your child overweight or is it just baby fat? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Edward AbramsonWelcome to the It’s NOT Just Baby Fat blog. Let me start by introducing myself. I’m a clinical psychologist, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at California State University and author of five books on weight and eating issues. Although I’ve been fascinated by the puzzle of eating and weight ...
Views: 1913 - Using Appetite Monitoring to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Tony SchwartzCravings can lead to dieting problems. Monitoring appetite could be 1 of the solutions available to prevent yo-yo dieting. Learning a easy scale of hunger cravings can assist to alleviate a few of the issues with self-defeating purposes. The goal of this is to discover to eat when you are ...
Views: 1912(2 votes) - Weight Loss Facts Man Vs Woman - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonIt is a heartbreaking fact that men shed off body mass faster and more effortlessly than women. Various reasons can be attributed to this, but the main reason is that if a boy and a girl sit down on a bench for an hour, the boy will burn more fats than the girl. The bodies of men and women are ...
Views: 1912 - Lose Weight Quickly in Seven Steps - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Jaks LloydCut your food intake by up to half:Not only obviously overweight people but many of those who do not have, or recognize this problem in themselves eat more than is necessary to keep their energy levels at a twenty four hour peak. To lose weight or just to trim up your figure the first step is ...
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